I've got a new machine with a fresh install of XP on it. Unfortunately, I can't connect to the internet.
In DOS after typing ipconfig I get the following: Windows IP configuration nothing else.
I am trying to access a LAN network. As far as I know XP detects LAN connections automatically. Is that corrent? Do I have to change anything, first?

Also, at my network connections there is only one icon under the name: 1394 Connection/fire-walled. 1394 Net Adapter. This connection picks up IP and DNS automatically, however is not actually connected. No packets are transmitted or received.
I have checked the cable as well.

hi mate...first try to setup a network connection in network setup wizard from control panel...enter the ip address,given username and password and setup an appropriate connection(dial up or broadband) first...now try to connect to the internet...this is the actual procedure for setting up an internet connection